Camping in the USA.
Find your perfect camping spot.
Long distance cycling and camping go hand-in-hand and there’s no better way to enjoy the freedom of the open road by stumbling across a campsite in the middle of nowhere - right when you need it!
Find 100,000’s of camping sites online.
Hip Camp
Book over 300,000 unique camping experiences in 50 states - choose from campsites, cabins, RV parks, public parks and more.
Reserve America
Book your campsite on the go with the ReserveAmerica app - choose from almost 290,000 campsites at a range of sites (Federal, State, Provincial, private and more).
Recreation.gov
Reserve a campsite at over 100,000 sites across the USA - as well as purchase permits or enter a lottery for limited entry permits (e.g Half Dome permits).
Camping options in the USA.
Whether you plan to book ahead or wing-it, there are loads of different camping options available.
The most popular options include official campgrounds, state and national parks, national forests and the occasional church or city park! Amenities may be basic, but they are cost effective and convenient - allowing you to stretch your budget.
Official campgrounds.
There is a range of private campgrounds in the USA. In addition, if you get stuck you may be able to camp at selected RV Parks for a fee.
State Parks, National Parks and National Forests.
Pitch your tent in State Parks, National Parks and National Forest campgrounds for a nominal fee.
Space may be limited and you will need to book ahead over long weekends.
Unofficial sites in small towns.
In selected small towns, you may be able to put up your tent in city parks and churches.
If you are using Adventure Cycling Association maps, these spots may be marked on the map.
Stay at Hiker / Biker camps at selected State Parks.
Camping full at the State Park? There is always room if you cycle or hike in.
Selected State Parks offer a dedicated camp reserved exclusively for people who hike or pedal in. Whilst they are primitive, you can camp for a nominal fee (around $5) - offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
>> To find ‘hiker biker’ campsites, visit the State Parks website and search under ‘facilities’.
California | Oregon > two of the best State Parks for hiker biker campsites.
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No tent poles required.
Over camping? Treat yourself to a night in a bike friendly B&B and support the local community.
It’s rained all day, you are soaked and the last thing you want to do is set up camp.
You are likely to pass through multiple towns on your trip, making it easy to find a suitable place to stay for the night.
Oregon is one step ahead when it comes to catering to cyclists.
Oregon is the 1st state in the USA to launch a state-wide ‘Bike Friendly Business Program’ - search bike friendly B&B’s online, by visiting traveloregon.com.
